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| Updated Sep 11, '08 |
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Liam Bailey My good friend has moved away to Seattle . . . But keep track of him, there's big things in the future and you're going to be so hip for having followed him all this time . . . Seriously, Liam is one gifted singer and songwriter and musician, and there's nothing to do from here but wish him and Claire the very best. If you're headed out that way, bookmark his site and look him up at a show, he'll be around, and tell him I said howdy. |
| HOE is the bluegrass bully band from Fairfield Co. CT, the band that won't die, the stalwart Bluegrass & Beer hosts with the most, and one of the best shows you'll ever see. Check out the website, and if you ever have a chance to see this band in person, no excuses - you must make it happen, you won't regret it. The 1st CD is definitly a must-have, by the way, and not just 'cause I'm on it . . . |
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Larry Deming You'd think a guy'd be content to be concertmaster for the Danbury Symphony Orchestra. But no, this mega-talented string jockey has decided to follow his muse into olde-timey fiddle, Celtic tunes, and then turn the experience of his Asian travels into a phenomenal set of songs that invoke the spirits of the east with the honesty of a western perspective. He's played bluegrass with HOE, done amazing string arrangements on Marc Berardo's record, and his recording, Journey To The East, is something you'll listen to time and time again, and your experience will deepen as though you've traveled Asia yourself. Don't miss the boat. |
| Judd Fuller I have had the pleasure of sharing a stage with this guy, and if there's a more natural-born talent, I'd like to meet 'em. Judd is the real deal, and if you check out his CD, Grocery Store Roses, you will be absolutely convinced, just as I was when I played bass behind him. By the way, he's one of the greatest bass players you'll bump into as well. Click the link, check it out, you'll be real glad you found this out. |
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Marc Douglas Berardo is a singer-songwriter of rare talent, incredible voice, and amazing spirit. Here's a guy who writes from the heart - with no apologies, no hesitation - and makes you feel it. I have a great longing to do some music with Marc, maybe one of these days I'll step into a session or something. Until that time, do what I do - check the link to his page, and make a point of checking out a show or a CD. Highly, highly recommended. |
| The Liz McNicholl Band Liz and company are a group the Hoe fellers came across at a festival date this past summer. They're really nice folks, and Liz is the real deal when it comes to Irish Music. Check out her website & you'll see what I mean. Liam Bailey has sat in occasionally, and I may do the same. No matter, they're a talented bunch playing fun music, so check them out if you get a chance. |
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Mike Law & the Playboys Big Mike is a favorite of mine, a singer who belts out real hot blues with lots of R&B and funk. Not only that, he plays harp, guitar, drums, just a natural talent and great all-around guy. Check out his website & see a show sometime. If you do, step up & say hi, you'll find the big heart behind the talent. |
| Chris D'Amato, aka Smokin' Opey is an amazing talented guitarist who has fronted one of the best & longest-running blues bands around. His electric blues and slide work led to some incredible acoustic blues, pick up that record of his, and lately he's even been seen doing some olde-tymey hot flatpickin' with some bluegrass folk. Definitely one of the best players around, anywhere. |
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Jim Paradis Sometimes known as 1/2 of the acoustic folk-pop supergroup, October Moon, Jim has a solo CD out that is one of my favorite things of the past year or so. Fantastic songs, incredible sounds on the thing, and Jimmy sings his heart out. He's just a fantastic spirit and this record, aided & abetted by Mark Mirando, is something everybody should have. It's really that good, believe me. |
| October Moon is primarily a brilliant collaboration of two of the most talented writers & arrangers I know, Mark Mirando and Jim Paradis. They've put out a couple of CDs of their material, and they are great records; Mark is also a gifted recording engineer, and their concoctions are always so musical & surprising, yet the songs feel like music you've always loved hearing. I know that doesn't do them justice. With talent like Dennis Cote, Dick Neal, & Gary Burr contributing, you gotta check out the Moon. |
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Ryan Hartt & The Blue Hearts The buzz is right, the Blue Hearts are tearin' it up! With Ryan up front singing the blues & blowin' the harp, blues guitarist extraordinaire Eric Ducoff, swingin' drummer Nick Toscano, and new bassist Jeff "JB" Berg, you can't go wrong! You don't want to miss an opportunity to see this sophisticated and greasy mix of sweet Chicago blues and hoppin' West Coast jump - live on stage! Check out the website for sound samples, news, and the latest dates for the Blue Hearts! |
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Anne Marie Menta I recommend checking out this website & coming out to see a show. She's a wonderful artist, and person, who I'm proud to have as a good friend. Along with Armand Morgan, an extraordinary guitarist and gifted artist, they're a couple of the best people you're going to meet in your lifetime. I'll leave all the musical accolades for you to read on on the AMM website. I'm excited to be a part of the newest CD, which just came out in 2004. Both her records will be amongst your favorite recordings. Go to the site & you can buy them over the 'net. |
| Chris Berardo & The DesBerardos What can one say about the premier Folk-Rock Americana Good-Time Boogie-Band of all time?!? When these guys cook, there ain't no sittin' still. Long heralded for their road-worthiness & tight performances, the DesBerardos are the best band you're ever going to drink & party to. Check the website, and note the great press the records are getting around the whole U. S. of A. Pure Faith is a record of renown, don't miss it. |
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John Redgate is another of those singer-songwriter types, but far from the typical. A resident of Bridgeport CT, he's performed extensively in the area as well as in New York City, and held a long stint at The Comedy Club in Los Angeles. He has toured as far away as Japan with a Beatles tribute band performing the role of Paul McCartney. He writes remarkably engaging songs; stories with humor, touching romantic moments, and slices of life that have you hanging on for every last verse. John can be found lending bass & harmonies to Anne Marie Menta's shows. Many of us in the community are excited at the prospect of his own long-awaited solo recording project, but until then, his live performances are not to be missed. I've been privileged to perform on a few songs with John, mostly on the upright bass, and it's always a treat and a special night for me when that happens. He's one of the best! |
| vJames Velvet is a fantastic fellow, in all the right ways. A stellar songwriter, musical performer, and fountainhead of the New Haven music scene, I was lucky enough to play with JV a few times since I came to town, and am better for it. He's also a most thoughtful and pleasant sort, with a firm grasp of the important things, like pizza, family, friends, peace, politics, and good Scotch whisky. I'm proud to know him, and you should swing on over to his site and find out more about James and his world. It's a great place to visit. |
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